Best Christmas Punch Recipe (2024)

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Christmas Punch is perfect for any Christmas party or Christmas morning. Make this easy 3 ingredient Christmas morning punch for a festive drink idea.

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Punch always seems so special but making during the holiday season is always a family favorite. You can easily transform any holiday party or brunch into something special by serving punch.

This drink recipe is loaded with sweet flavor and is always beautifully displayed. The kids love when I make punch. I even have a recipe for Grinch Punch and Christmas Morning Punch.

Table of Contents

  • What is Christmas punch?
  • Ingredients:
  • Variations:
  • Step by Step Instructions:
  • Recipe Tips:
  • How to Serve:
  • Frequently Asked Questions:
  • More Delicious Punch Recipes:
  • More Easy Christmas Recipes:
  • Christmas Punch Recipe

What is Christmas punch?

It is the perfect blend of cranberry juice, orange juice and topped off with ginger ale. The color of the holiday drink is really pretty and adds a festive touch to any Christmas gathering.

We love to make this non-alcoholic Christmas punch for extra holiday spirit.

Ingredients:

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  • Cranberry Juice
  • Orange Juice
  • Ginger Ale
  • Fresh or Frozen Cranberries – this is optional, but highly recommended because it is beautiful with the cranberries floating on top
  • Oranges Slices – This is also optional, but this is a simple way to bump up the fancy in this punch recipe

For the full list of ingredients, scroll to the bottom of the post for the recipe card.

Variations:

  • Lemon Lime Flavor – You can also use Sprite or 7 up instead of Ginger Ale in this recipe. Store brand will also work for any lemon lime soda.
  • Substitute Juice – Substitute pineapple juice or apple juice for the cranberry juice for another tasty idea. Pomegranate Juice or Pomegranate seeds would also be good in this punch.
  • Add Fresh Fruit – The orange slices and cranberries are so pretty floating in the punch. Another idea is to freeze orange slices and cranberries in molds or ice trays. This will help to keep your punch cold.
  • Apple Cider – Skip the ginger ale and just combine the juice to make a big batch of apple cider in the slow cooker. You can float cinnamon sticks on top.
  • Added Sugar – If you need it sweeter, feel free to add in sugar or a sugar substitute to this easy Christmas Punch recipe.
  • Club Soda – Instead of using ginger ale, you can use club soda.

Step by Step Instructions:

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Step 1 – Add the cranberries and orange slices to a large pitcher or punch bowl.

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Step 2 – Pour the fruit juices into the pitcher or large punch bowl.

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Step 3 – Then pour the ginger ale on top.

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Step 4 – Stir to combine all the ingredients.

Recipe Tips:

  • Serving – Serve within 4 to 6 hours of mixing the punch so the ginger ale does not go flat. Serve in glasses with ice cubes and fresh fruit.
  • Making Ahead – If you need to make this much more in advance. Mix the juice and wait to add the ginger ale until ready to serve.
  • Garnish Serving Glasses – For an extra fun garnish, freeze orange slices, fresh cranberries, and water in asilicone bundt panto make an ice ring that will float in a punch bowl.
  • Holiday Punch – This Christmas punch is great for any holiday. The punch is a pretty red color and would also work for Valentine’s Day. I have some silicone heart shaped muffin tins and it’s perfect to freeze the fruit in.
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How to Serve:

Friends and family will love this non-alcoholic punch. It is so simple but really tasty. We make it year after year.

This punch looks so pretty in a punch bowl or beverage dispenser. You can also use a drink pitcher.

Just anything that is clear where you can see the pretty punch and cranberries and oranges floating around. It really does look so festive.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

How to Store Leftovers:

This Christmas punch is best served after making it. But you can store the leftovers in a pitcher covered in the fridge. Make sure to enjoy within a few days.

Can I Add in Alcohol?

Vodka, rum, sparkling wine, or even champagne can be added to the punch. Another idea to place the alcohol bottles to the side so guests can add their own alcohol to their drink.

More Delicious Punch Recipes:

  • The World’s Best Party Punch
  • Easy Homemade Eggnog Recipe
  • Easy Raspberry Sherbet Punch Recipe
  • Shirley Temple Punch

More Easy Christmas Recipes:

  • Adorable Reindeer Cookies
  • Red Velvet Cookies Recipe
  • Christmas Cookies in a Jar

We love making this holiday punch recipe and we think you will too. Make sure to leave us a comment if you try it.

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Christmas Punch

5 from 18 votes

A party isn't complete without Christmas punch! Make this easy 3 ingredient Christmas morning punch for a festive drink idea.

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings 12

Cuisine American

Course Beverage

Calories 88

Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

  • 4 cups Cranberry Juice
  • 2 cups Orange Juice
  • 2 liters Ginger Ale
  • 2 cups Fresh Cranberries (optional)
  • 1 Orange sliced (optional)

Instructions

  • Add the cranberries and orange slices to a large pitcher or punch bowl.

  • Pour the cranberry juice and orange juice into the pitcher or bowl.

  • Then pour the ginger ale on top.

  • Stir to combine all the ingredients.

  • Serve within 4-6 hours of mixing before the ginger ale goes flat.

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Recipe Notes

We love to use frozen cranberries, because they help to keep the punch cold.

You can easily make this punch the night before. Add all the ingredients into the pitcher besides the ginger ale and then add in the ginger ale right before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 88kcal, Carbohydrates 23g, Protein 1g, Fat 1g, Saturated Fat 1g, Sodium 5mg, Potassium 192mg, Fiber 2g, Sugar 19g, Vitamin A 162IU, Vitamin C 38mg, Calcium 19mg, Iron 1mg

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FAQs

What is Christmas punch made of? ›

Juices: This fruity Christmas punch starts with a combination of cranberry juice co*cktail and orange juice. Liquor and liqueur: As far as booze goes, you'll need two cups of vodka and two tablespoons of brandy-based orange liqueur. Sugar: Sweeten things up with two tablespoons of white sugar.

How do you make truly punch taste better? ›

In a mixing glass add grenadine, lime juice, orange juice and coconut rum. Cover with ice and shake. Add Truly Fruit Punch to shaker tin and then strain into iced 16 ounce glass. Garnish with orange and lime wheels.

How do you make good punches? ›

Drive your fist upwards to strike your target at an angle.

Hit with your middle knuckle and drive through the punch. After you extend through the target, pull your arm back and prepare for another punch or block.

How do you make Christmas rum punch? ›

In a punch bowl, combine sugar, orange juice, and lemon juice; stir until sugar dissolves. Add cherries, triple sec, light rum, orange slices, lemon slices, and pineapple chunks. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours to allow flavors to blend. Just before serving, pour in carbonated water and add ice.

What is the most popular drink at Christmas? ›

What are the top five holiday co*cktails in America?
  • Christmas punch. That's right; a classic Christmas punch is the most popular holiday drink in America. ...
  • Eggnog. How could this boozy classic not be a top holiday co*cktail? ...
  • Cranberry mimosa. ...
  • Hot buttered rum. ...
  • Irish coffee. ...
  • Coquito. ...
  • Whiskey sour. ...
  • Christmas margarita.
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Which popular Christmas punch is also called? ›

12 Days of Holiday Trivia: What Christmas beverage is also known as "milk punch?" The answer is B. Eggnog.

How long does homemade punch last? ›

If you've made punch from scratch, it should be consumed within 3-5 days. For frozen punch, it can last up to 4-6 months in the freezer. For proper defrosting, transfer the frozen punch to the fridge and allow it to thaw naturally for a few hours or overnight before consumption.

What is the dominant flavor in fruit punch? ›

Cherry seems to be one of the more prominent flavors included, which makes sense. Other common fruits besides the ones listed above are pineapple, apple, grape, pear, strawberry, and cranberry. Pretty much any fruit can go into fruit punch.

What is the main flavor in fruit punch? ›

Versatility: Fruit Punch isn't one-dimensional. It's a vibrant mosaic of orange, pineapples, cherries, and playful hints of all sorts. This makes it a chameleon in the culinary world, adapting to everything from candy to beer, and popsicles to pastries.

How do you make your own punch? ›

The punch recipe can be increased or decreased as needed using this simple formula: TWO parts cran-raspberry juice to TWO parts fruit punch to ONE part pineapple-orange juice. For every gallon of juice mixed, add 1 to 1 1/2 liters ginger ale, if desired.

Can you make party punch ahead of time? ›

Make-Ahead Punch Tip: Prepare punch through Step 2, except do not add the carbonated beverage or, if using, ice ring and stir-ins. Cover and chill up to 24 hours. Add carbonated beverage, ice ring, and stir-ins just before serving.

What is a classic Christmas co*cktail? ›

Scroll through this list for timeless holiday classics like Eggnog and Hot Buttered Rum; boozy versions of hot chocolate; and new riffs on classics like our Cranberry Ginger Mimosa and a Negroni that tastes like a Christmas tree.

What do they drink at Christmas? ›

10 Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Drinks for Christmas
  • Eggnog. Eggnog is one of the few drinks that perfectly fit the holiday season and can be enjoyed in various ways. ...
  • Mexican hot chocolate. ...
  • Mulled wine. ...
  • Coffee grog. ...
  • Christmas sangria. ...
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic Christmas punch. ...
  • Holiday apple cider. ...
  • Brandy Alexander.
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What is the name of the warm Christmas punch that is made from fruit? ›

Ponche Navideño (Mexican Christmas Punch)

This warm, spiced Mexican punch is traditionally served at Christmas and New Year's Eve celebrations. It is made by simmering Mexican fruits, sugar cane and spices until fragrant.

What is traditional Christmas drink? ›

Get into the festive spirit with eggnog, a classic Christmas drink made with brandy, cream, eggs and vanilla. Serve with plenty of ice in tumbler glasses.

What drink is traditionally drunk on Christmas morning? ›

Classic Bucks Fizz/Mimosa. The classic morning drink for Christmas is orange juice with a little fizz in it. There are plenty of options for adding fizz to orange juice, from Cava, prosecco or Crémant to decadent Champagnes and even a little spirit should one need the extra pick me up.

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